Cruz's Mighty Return: Homer Ends No-Hitter

Oneil Cruz has returned to the Pittsburgh Pirates lineup with immediate impact, following a 58-game absence due to fractures in his left hand. In his first game back on Tuesday night at PNC Park, Cruz launched a two-run home run in the fifth inning, providing a 2-1 lead against the Detroit Tigers. This impressive blast, measured at a Statcast-projected 422 feet with an exit velocity of 107.7 mph, also ended the Tigers' no-hitter bid.

Cruz, who missed significant time after injuring his hand on June 7, was activated ahead of Monday's series opener but did not play until Tuesday. His previous stats for the season included a .264 batting average, 14 home runs, and 44 RBIs in 64 games before being placed on the injured list. The Pirates manager expressed excitement for his return, highlighting Cruz's importance to the team's success.